Criminal Justice Training Programs, a division of the Temple University Department of Criminal Justice, is an interdisciplinary unit that has conducted training for a variety of criminal justice agencies and occupations since 1968. Today, over 3,000 criminal justice professionals attend programs offered by CJTP each year including police officers, deputy sheriffs, state constables, legislative security officers, magisterial district court staff, school security officers, and crime prevention specialists. Other activities include continuing education programs for agencies allied to the criminal justice system, and the development of training curricula for various occupations. The training programs and activities take place year-round and on four of Temple University's campuses - Main, Ambler, Fort Washington, and Harrisburg.

FIGHT CRIME. FIND ADVANCEMENT. Find out how Temple University can prepare you for a wide variety of investigative, security, and law enforcement career opportunities in both government and private industry. We offer certificate programs in high-demand law enforcement disciplines, convenient on-line and on-site classes, and payment options for both agencies and individuals.

For the most up-to-date developments refer to the announcements below.

Act 49 Constable Training Inclement Weather Policy
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2010/02/03
Typically, training classes will not be cancelled due to bad weather. In the event that a Constable is unable to make the training due to bad weather he/she is to call the Constable Training Coordinator at 267-468-8331 to request an excused absence. Constables with an excused absence will be permitted to reschedule training at another time.

Careers in Law Enforcement
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2010/01/22
West Conshohocken Police Department posted a hiring announcement more

Police Academy
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2010/01/20
There are countless ways you can help your local police department do its job. Explore how the Temple University Police Academy can prepare you for a career in which you can make a difference in your community. For more information about the May 2010 Police Academy, call (267) 468-8600 more 

Constables Training Program
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2009/12/15
Temple University is pleased to offer printer-friendly versions of the 2010 schedules for Pennsylvania State Constables training offered in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Classes are now open for registration more

Police Officers In-Service Training
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2009/12/14
Temple University is pleased to offer printer-friendly versions of the 2010 schedules for Police Officers In-Service Training (Act 180). For class locations and details more

ProRanger Internship Program
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2009/12/11
Temple University is pleased to host the first in a series of informational sessions on the new National Park Service ProRanger Internship Program. Watch a NPS career video and more

Deputy Sheriffs Training Program
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2009/12/01
Temple University is preparing to announce the 2010 & 2011 schedules for Deputy Sheriffs' Continuing Education, Supervisory Development, Instructor Development, and Distance Learning more

School Security Officers Training
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2009/10/17
A graduation ceremony was held on October 17, 2009 to recognize the efforts of the officers who successfully completed the Security Officers' Basic Training Program of the Community Academy of Philadelphia. Photos coming soon.

Police Academy Graduation
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2009/10/16
The Temple University Police Academy Graduation ceremony for Recruit Class 09-01 was held at the Ambler Learning Center on Thursday evening, October 15. Photos coming soon.

 

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